Lainey Wilson has taken home the top prize at the Academy of Country Music Awards — the title of entertainer of the year — for a second year in a row.

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Guyton and Urban will host the Academy of Country Music Awards in April. (AP Photo)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country stars Mickey Guyton and Keith Urban are taking over as hosts for the Academy of Country Music Awards in April. With the announcement on Thursday by the ACM, dick clark productions and CBS, Guyton will make history as the first Black woman to host the country awards show. The show will air on CBS on April 18 from three Nashville music venues. “I’m beyond thrilled to be co-hosting with my friend Mickey,” Urban said in a statement.

Instead, most of Sunday night’s winners accepted from their own homes or hotel rooms in laidback settings unheard of for Hollywood's biggest awards shows. Friends watching on television downstairs raised a delayed shout when she was announced as the winner for supporting actress in a motion picture drama. “It was really fun,” said Aaron Sorkin, winner for motion picture screenplay. Their daughters, Sunday and Faith, both wore white dresses while making a rare appearance. Known for her singing career, Day became the second Black woman to win for actress in a motion picture drama in her acting debut.

on Aug. 31, 2020, actor Chadwick Boseman in character as T'Challa in "Black Panther" and 10-year old twins Lenny, left, and Bobby Homes paying tribute to Boseman at their home in in Mesa, Ariz. on Aug. 31, 2020. (Takiyah Dupas, Marvel Studios, Annalie Homes via AP)And now, for our annual look at the year in pop culture…. Truth is, people turned to culture of all kinds in 2020 — highbrow and lowbrow — to satisfy varied and sometimes conflicting needs: Distraction, inspiration, consolation, escapism, hope. A Broadway star serenaded health workers from his apartment window, and ballet dancers performed “Swan Lake” from their bathtubs. The world mourns an actor of immense talent who, like many of his characters, radiated a regal sense of dignity.

This image released by Hulu shows activist Greta Thunberg, center, in a scene from the documentary "I Am Greta" the story of Thunberg, the teenage Swedish schoolgirl who is leading the global school strike for action on climate change. The film premieres Friday on Hulu. (Hulu via AP)

This image released by Hulu shows activist Greta Thunberg, center, in a scene from the documentary "I Am Greta" the story of Thunberg, the teenage Swedish schoolgirl who is leading the global school strike for action on climate change. (Hulu via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— When Greta Thunberg began protesting outside Swedish Parliament two years ago, it only took days for director Nathan Grossman to start trailing her in her mission to prod government leaders on the climate crisis. “I Am Greta,” which premieres Friday on Hulu, documents the enormous movement fueled by Thunberg’s one-person school strike, and a few very surreal years for the Swedish teenager. — After releasing two chart-topping albums in 2017, superstar country singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton is back with a new collection of songs coming out Friday.

In this video image provided by CMT, Carrie Underwood accepts the female of the year award for Drinking Alone during the Country Music Television awards airing on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (CMT via AP)

In this video image provided by CMT, Carrie Underwood accepts the female of the year award for Drinking Alone during the Country Music Television awards airing on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (CMT via AP)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Carrie Underwood already had the most CMT Music Awards of any artist, but she'll need to make more room on her shelf. The superstar picked up two more trophies for video of the year and female video of the year in a remotely shot awards show. "I am so proud to be a part of this legacy of women in country music with you. Singer Granger Smith won for his on-the-nose music video called “Don't Cough On Me!"

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ashley McBryde, Dan + Shay, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, Sam Hunt and Thomas Rhett top the 2020 CMT Music Awards nominations with three each. In nominations announced Wednesday for the pandemic-delayed show, 14 videos are vying for the top prize of video of the year. The fan-voted show will air on CMT and other networks on Oct. 21 with outdoor performances. The Highwomen, a group made up of Maren Morris, Brandi Carlile, Natalie Hemby and Amanda Shires, also got their first nomination for group video. Electronic producer and DJ Marshmello also earned a nomination in collaborative video for the crossover hit “One Thing Right" with Kane Brown.

“Breland was a man after my own heart musically and I was just dying to get in the studio with him to see what happened,” Urban said. AP: In that vein, one song called “Tumbleweed” includes a sample of a didgeridoo, an instrument that originated in Australia. Urban: After the guitar solo, there was about four seconds of a breakdown, and I was like, "I need something here. Urban: If anyone wants to know what my beliefs are, my views are, listen to my music or look at my life. Urban: I’m learning.

Carrie Underwood accepts the entertainer of the year award in a tie with Thomas Rhett during the 55th annual Academy of Country Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Underwood and Rhett seemed equally taken aback after host Keith Urban announced the tie at the awards show held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday. “Keith, what is happening right now?” Rhett asked, astounded, before thanking his family. There was a lot of anticipation for the show, which featured Taylor Swift making her first appearance at the ACMs in seven years. In awards announced before the show aired, Rhett also won music video of the year, while Townes won new female artist of the year. Underwood sang a tribute to iconic female Opry members, including Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Barbara Mandrell, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton.

This combination photo shows country singers, from left, Luke Bryan, Kane Brown and Mickey Guyton who will perform at this year's ACM Awards in Nashville. (AP Photo)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – At the Academy of Country Music Awards on Wednesday, there won’t be fake fans, canned applause or pre-taped acceptance speeches. After a five-month delay due to the coronavirus pandemic, the awards show wants to bring the live television experience back again. The 55th annual ACM Awards, normally held in April in Las Vegas, were delayed this year and moved to Nashville, Tennessee, for the first time. “I don’t know if it’s gonna look like an NFL Draft night when we hand out the awards,” Urban said laughing.

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. It lands on HBO and HBO Max on Saturday at 8 p.m.— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Piano-playing pop star Alicia Keys is putting out her seventh album on Friday. — Kim Cattrall is at the center of Fox’s “Filthy Rich,” a prime-time soap opera loaded with money and betrayal that debuts 9 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 21.

This combination photo shows, from left, Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert, who were nominated for Entertainer of the Year for the 54th Annual CMA Awards on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020.

The CMAs announced Tuesday that Lambert earned seven nominations. She's followed by Luke Combs, who continues his streak of success as one of country musics biggest streaming artists with six nominations, including his first for entertainer of the year. Combs earned his first all-genre No. Carrie Underwood joins Combs and Lambert in the entertainer of the year category, along with Keith Urban and Eric Church. Other top nominees include Maren Morris, who scored five nominations including song and single of the year for her love song, The Bones."

This combination of photos shows country singer Rissi Palmer, from left, Chuck Harmony, left, and Claude Kelly of Louis York and country rapper Breland. Black artists say the country music industry still needs to do the hard work of addressing the systematic racial barriers that have been entrenched in country music for decades. The genre has historically been marketed to white audiences and reinforced white male artist stereotypes. (Chris Charles via AP, left, Jeremy Ryan via AP, center and Paul R. Giunta/Invision/AP)

Chris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, organized a live concert on the band’s Instagram page Monday, which inspired John Legend to do the same thing Tuesday. The best part is that Legend’s wife, Chrissy Teigen, filmed the live concert for fans to watch all across the globe. Rock legend Neil Young announced he would be doing a virtual concert after having to cancel many upcoming tour dates because of the coronavirus. Young is calling it the “Fireside Sessions,” and the concert will be streaming live from his website, Neil Young Archives. Will we see more famous musicians turn their living rooms into intimate concert venues for their fans to watch on the internet in the comfort of their quarantined homes?

The 2019 County Music Association Awards are almost here! ET is your go-to resource for all things CMA Awards, as we'll be on the scene with the biggest stars for the night's biggest moments. : Follow along on ET Live, by downloading the ET Live mobile app from the Google Play store or Apple App Store. Or stream ET Live on your Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV device. RELATED CONTENT:CMA Awards 2019 Nominees: Carrie Underwood, Lil Nas X, Maren Morris and MoreCarrie Underwood Will Host 2019 CMA Awards Alongside Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman are feeling the romance in Italy! The "Only You Can Love Me This Way" singer took to Instagram on Sunday to share a sweet snap of himself cuddling up to Kidman on their trip to Florence, Italy. - KU," Urban captioned the slideshow, which first showcased the sun setting over the picturesque city. While Florence is beautiful, Kidman is Urban's muse, after he revealed she inspired his sensual track, "Gemini." Gwyneth Paltrow Has the Sweetest Response to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's PDA PicNicole Kidman Reacts to Keith Urban Calling Her 'a Maniac in the Bed' in 'Gemini' Song

Selena Gomez couldn't help but fangirl over Taylor Swift's new music. "You're just unreal dude," the "Heart Wants What It Wants" singer wrote. Additionally, Keith Urban covered Swift's "Lover" during a recent concert, expressing that he wished he had written the song. RELATED CONTENT:Selena Gomez Gives Fans an Inside Look Into Her Latest Studio SessionDemi Lovato Shows Support for Taylor Swift's New Album -- and She Responds! Keith Urban Covers Taylor Swift's 'Lover' and She Responds!

Taylor Swift is totally fangirling over Keith Urban's cover of her latest single "Lover"! this is us fully winging it, Urban wrote on Instagram, along with a clip of the performance. Keith Urban covering Lover flawlessly, she wrote on her Instagram Stories. "The album Lover is something that I'm proud of because it really feels like such a special album," she shared. RELATED CONTENT:John Travolta Explains His Taylor Swift Mix-Up With 'Drag Race' Alum at VMAsHere's What Taylor Swift Thought of John Travolta Mistaking 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Alum for HerJohn Travolta Mistook a 'Drag Race' Queen for Taylor Swift at 2019 VMAs

Miranda Lambert had lots of reasons to celebrate on Wednesday night! The 35-year-old country star attended the 13th Annual ACM Honors in Nashville, Tennessee, where she accepted the ACM Gene Weed Milestone Award. Prior to the honor, the most-decorated artist in ACM history walked the red carpet with her hunky NYPD hubby Brendan McLoughlin. The couple looked stunning with Lambert in a black tuxedo mini-dress and pink heels and McLoughlin in jeans, a checkered jacket and a white T-shirt. For more from Lambert, watch the clip below:RELATED CONTENT:Miranda Lambert and Husband Brendan Hold Hands During NYC OutingMiranda Lambert Responds in the Best Way to Commenter Saying Her Marriage Wont Last'Miranda Lambert's 'New Yorker' Husband Cooks Up Some Fried Chicken to the Delight of His Wife

Nicole Kidman is one proud mama chick! The Oscar-winning actress gleefully celebrated her daughter's voice role in the upcoming Angry Birds Movie 2, sharing a cute clip from the animated family comedy to Instagram on Wednesday. Kidman's 8-year-old daughter provides the voice of one of the film's hatchlings, as does her 11-year-old daughter, Sunday -- both of whom she shares with husband Keith Urban. The Angry Birds Movie 2 flies into theaters Aug. 14. RELATED CONTENT:Nicole Kidman Reacts to Keith Urban Calling Her 'a Maniac in the Bed' in 'Gemini' SongNicole Kidman Attends Fashion Show With Keith Urban and Her 'Big Little Lies' Co-Star Alexander SkarsgardKeith Urban And Nicole Kidman Celebrate 13th Anniversary With Loving Messages

Nicole Kidman is flattered by husband Keith Urban's sexy song about her. I'm not answering that, that's outrageous," Kidman -- who married Urban in 2006 -- quipped. "'Gemini' started with the four of us in that room -- Ian Kirkpatrick, Justin Tanit and Julia Michaels and myself. As for how Kidman liked the tune, Urban said, "I think she liked it. RELATED CONTENT:Keith Urban And Nicole Kidman Celebrate 13th Anniversary With Loving MessagesNicole Kidman Attends Fashion Show With Keith Urban and Her 'Big Little Lies' Co-Star Alexander SkarsgardKeith Urban Passionately Kisses Nicole Kidman After Winning Entertainer of the Year at 2019 ACM Awards

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's eldest daughter together turned 11 on Sunday, and in honor of the special day, her famous mama took to Instagram to share a rare photo of the birthday girl posing alongside her younger sister, 8-year-old Faith. "Happy Birthday darling Sunday #Paris," wrote Kidman, who is also mom to Isabella, 26, and Connor, 24, from her first marriage to Tom Cruise. The Big Little Lies star's last rare pic of their daughters was posted back in May, shortly before she attended the season two premiere of the popular HBO show. "You can't really get kids into anything, I've realized," she added, of not pressuring her kids into a career path. RELATED CONTENT:Nicole Kidman Attends Fashion Show With Keith Urban and Her 'Big Little Lies' Co-Star Alexander SkarsgardKeith Urban And Nicole Kidman Celebrate 13th Anniversary With Loving MessagesNicole Kidman Reveals Where Fans Will See Her Daughters During Their 'Big Little Lies' Cameos

Keith Urban knows just what to say when marking 13 years of marriage with his ladylove, Nicole Kidman. "[He] would hold me, and I was really upset at times. Really damaged and really upset and physically and emotionally drained and in pain... Luckily, I have that at home and I also have people I can talk to and get it out." See more on Kidman and Urban below. RELATED CONTENT:CMT Music Awards 2019: Keith Urban Gives Nicole Kidman the Sweetest Shoutout on StageNicole Kidman Reveals Where Fans Will See Her Daughters During Their 'Big Little Lies' CameosNicole Kidman Shares Rare Photo of Daughters Faith and Sunday